Vice President, Corporate Counsel Jobs

Explore Vice President, Corporate Counsel opportunities on Ladders, featuring vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. These senior in-house legal leaders advise executives and boards, guide business decisions, and help organizations manage legal and regulatory risk.

What Does a Vice President, Corporate Counsel Do?

A Vice President of Corporate Counsel typically leads or supports an organization’s in-house legal function. Responsibilities may include advising leadership on corporate governance, commercial agreements, mergers and acquisitions, securities matters, employment issues, privacy, and regulatory compliance. The scope varies by company, industry, and legal team structure.

Common Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a law degree, active admission to a state bar, and extensive experience practicing law, often including in-house leadership. Strong candidates combine sound legal judgment with business fluency, clear communication, negotiation skills, and the ability to translate complex issues into practical guidance. Requirements differ by employer and jurisdiction.

Where These Roles Are Found

Vice President, Corporate Counsel positions are available across industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and consumer products. Some roles focus on a particular area, such as commercial transactions, corporate governance, compliance, or strategic deals, while others oversee a broad portfolio of legal matters.

Explore Senior Corporate Counsel Opportunities

Use Ladders to discover vetted Vice President, Corporate Counsel jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find roles aligned with your legal expertise and leadership goals.

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$85K - $150K *

Champion the efficiency of our Litigation and Labor & Employment teams by managing court filings, deadlines, and document retrieval. Collaborate with attorneys to ensure compliance with court rules an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$132K - $221K *

Drive enterprise-wide legal support for global contracting activities, focusing on procurement and technology transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks and ensure complianc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $299K *

Unlock potential by leading global trade compliance initiatives, advising on regulatory matters, and ensuring alignment with legal requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate ris...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$171K - $299K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing global trade compliance. This role involves advising leadership on regulatory requirements, managing compliance programs, and mitigating trade risks while sup...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Champion the legal landscape for a dynamic business, providing strategic counsel and hands-on support across commercial, operational, and compliance matters. Drive initiatives that align legal strateg...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $187K *

Empower your legal career by joining a dynamic team focused on civil litigation. Leverage your expertise in medical malpractice and premises liability while collaborating with seasoned professionals i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in shaping and negotiating complex EPC agreements. Drive commercial strategy and foster collaboration across teams to create value-focused contracts that align with customer needs and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Champion end-to-end contract management and corporate compliance, driving legal support for commercial and federal agreements while collaborating across departments to ensure efficient deal closure an...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Elevate your career by leading product strategy and innovation for legal applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance solutions, drive AI integration, and manage product lifecycles, all whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Pioneer innovative product strategies and lead a team to enhance cloud-based solutions for legal professionals, driving the full product lifecycle and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impact...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of legal technology by leading product strategy and development for innovative SaaS solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and drive market diff...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the Legal Department's initiatives by leading compliance, managing real estate transactions, and providing strategic guidance to support commercial activities while ensuring legal consistency...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by providing legal support for strategic initiatives and product offerings. Collaborate with senior management to ensure compliance, draft essential documents, and negotiate contra...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic team as the senior-most business leader. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance client experiences, and optimize performance across all departments to propel th...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading employee relations strategies, enhancing engagement and retention through effective policy application, investigations, and performance improvement initiatives across the o...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare by providing strategic legal support across commercial and operational matters. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and drive business objectives while u...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of intellectual property by delivering strategic counsel, managing patent preparation and prosecution, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders across global business units to driv...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$220K - $320K *

Unlock potential by connecting litigation expertise with innovative AI solutions, guiding legal teams through challenges and enhancing workflows with tailored product insights and strategies within a...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$142K - $235K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing legal strategies to manage complex litigation, ensuring compliance and protecting company interests while collaborating with internal teams and external cou...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic legal team to manage commercial contracts, product compliance, and litigation. Provide strategic legal advice to business leaders while mitigating risks and enhancing operational effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $220K *

Transform the future of investor operations by bridging business and technology, ensuring seamless collaboration and communication. Drive project success through data analysis, dashboard creation, and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Champion complex financing and capital markets transactions, providing strategic legal guidance and support for Project Matador and the broader organization, while leading cross-functional teams and m...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of our government relations strategy, engaging with key stakeholders to enhance business objectives and community ties across our national hotel and entertainment properties while ser...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $180K *

Transform financial governance and AI consumption management to enhance efficiency, transparency, and decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to modernize processes and drive operational excell...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of corporate legal strategy by leading contract negotiations and drafting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage complex agreements, ensuring compliance and innovative sol...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President, Corporate Counsel do?question toggle

    A Vice President, Corporate Counsel provides senior in-house legal advice and may lead legal teams or key practice areas. Typical work includes counseling executives, negotiating agreements, supporting transactions, and addressing governance, compliance, and risk matters.

  • What qualifications are common for Vice President, Corporate Counsel jobs?question toggle

    Most roles require a law degree and active bar admission, along with substantial legal experience. Employers often value in-house counsel experience, leadership ability, strong business judgment, and expertise relevant to their industry.

  • What industries hire Vice Presidents of Corporate Counsel?question toggle

    Organizations in technology, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, consumer products, and many other sectors hire senior corporate counsel. Responsibilities vary according to the company’s business and regulatory environment.

  • How can I find Vice President, Corporate Counsel jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Check individual listings for compensation, location, qualifications, and role scope, since details vary by employer.